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Jewellery shopping in India is increasingly moving online, with consumers embracing digital platforms for gold, diamond, and lab-grown diamond purchases. Once dominated by neighbourhood jewellers and in-person sales, the market is seeing growing trust in hallmark certifications, brand assurances, and seamless services, making online purchases more acceptable.According to a FICCI-Deloitte report, 73 per cent of…

Gold’s rally this year has reignited investor interest ahead of Diwali, with the yellow metal emerging as one of 2025’s strongest-performing assets. Global uncertainties, dovish central banks, and safe-haven demand have kept prices elevated.“Gold has witnessed a parabolic rally since August 2025, soaring from Rs 98,500 per 10 grams to a fresh all-time high of…

MUMBAI: Punjab National Bank (PNB) reported a 14.0% year-on-year rise in net profit to Rs 4,904 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, driven by higher total income and improvements in asset quality. The state-owned lender’s operating profit rose 5.5% to Rs 7,227 crore.Total income grew 5.1% to Rs 36,214 crore, while net…

File photo: Union minister Piyush Goyal (Picture credit: PTI) Union commerce and industry minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday expressed confidence that India’s exports will maintain a positive growth trajectory in 2025-26 despite global uncertainties, including US-imposed tariffs.Addressing reporters, Goyal said that during the first six months of the current fiscal (April–September 2025-26), India’s goods and…

MUMBAI: HDFC Bank reported a 10.8% rise in standalone net profit to Rs 18,640 crore for the quarter ended Sept 2025, driven by higher non-interest income and steady improvement in asset quality.Net interest income rose 4.8% year-on-year to Rs 31,550 crore, while non-interest income surged 25% to Rs 14,350 crore. Total income grew 10.4% to…

MUMBAI: IDFC FIRST Bank reported a 76% rise in profit after tax (PAT) to Rs. 352 crore for Q2 FY26, driven by lower provisions and growth in its retail and commercial businesses. The bank’s CASA ratio crossed 50% for the first time, reflecting improved funding stability.The PAT jump was supported by a 16.2% YoY decline…

On the auspicious occasion of Dhanteras today, many Indians will turn to buying gold and silver, following a tradition deeply tied to prosperity. But this year, financial planners suggest using the festive spirit to explore smarter investment avenues that can grow your wealth and save taxes — beyond just ornaments and coins. 1. Think modern,…

MUMBAI: ICICI Bank’s profit growth slowed in the September quarter as a steep drop in treasury income offset gains from its core banking business. The lender’s standalone net profit rose 5.2% year-on-year to Rs 12,359 crore for the three months ended September 30, 2025.The bank’s underlying performance remained strong, with steady loan growth, higher fee…

MUMBAI: IndusInd Bank reported a net loss of Rs 437 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2025 (Q2 FY26), compared with a net profit of Rs 1,331 crore a year earlier, as a steep rise in provisions and a decline in core income weighed on profitability.Net interest income fell 18% year-on-year to Rs. 4,409…

As the festive season begins, many shoppers are flocking to buy gold jewellery. Dhanteras, which falls days before Diwali, is considered an auspicious occasion to buy precious metals like gold and silver.People usually invest in physical gold like jewellery, coins, or bars. However, as prices have risen more than 50% in the past year, according…